anthesteriac

/ænθɛsˈtɪərɪæk/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the Anthestera, an ancient Athenian festival in honor of Dionysus, or the flowers of the vines that are in bloom at that time

“The wine produced during the anthesteriac period was renowned for its quality.”

Synonyms

  • oenophile
  • viticole
  • viticulturist

Antonyms

  • barren
  • sterile